Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 44,051 miles on the clock, averaging 17,611 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for RN54 LHU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 44,051 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18,892 |
| Average per year | 17,611 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Polo models (2002–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Engine-specific faults
Brake pad and disc wear:
Tyre wear and replacement:
Spark plug replacement:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RN54 LHU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RN — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About RN54 LHU
What car is RN54 LHU?
RN54 LHU is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RN54 LHU?
The last recorded mileage for RN54 LHU was 44,051 miles, recorded on 16 Apr 2008 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RN54 LHU passed its MOT?
RN54 LHU has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 16 Apr 2008.
Is RN54 LHU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RN54 LHU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RN54 LHU?
RN54 LHU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.